A Celebration of America's Greatest Olympic Victory—the 1980 US–USSR Hockey Game!Forty years after the "Miracle on Ice" captivated the world, this book deeply examines the impact that singular event had on the people who played and coached in it and how that game changed the trajectory of American hockey. Seasoned journalist John Gilbert was there every step of the way, and thanks to his detailed recordkeeping, allows readers to reexamine the game ...

In England's darkest hours, John Winant, U.S. Ambassador, became to the British a symbol of American fellowship and support. They looked up from the still-smoking rubble of their homes and saw him standing strong with the King or with Winston Churchill.As Ambassador, his chief concern was not only immediate agreement and understanding between the two countries, but also long-term good relations. In the account of his stewardship, he not only shows American generosity, but stresses t...

A professional\\'s guide to solving complex problems while designing modern softwareKey FeaturesLearn best practices for designing enterprise-grade software systems from a seasoned CTODeeper your understanding of system reliability, maintainability, and scalabilityElevate your skills to a professional level by learning the most effective software design patterns and architectural conceptsBook DescriptionAs businesses are unde...

Master over 60 recipes to help you deliver completely scalable and serverless cloud-native applicationsKey FeaturesDevelop global scale and event-driven autonomous servicesContinuously deploy, test, observe, and optimize your servicesPractical Node.js recipes for serverless cloud-native developmentBook DescriptionCloud-native development is a modern approach to building and running applications that leverages the merits of th...

Apply cloud native patterns and practices to deliver responsive, resilient, elastic, and message-driven systems with confidenceKey FeaturesDiscover best practices for applying cloud native patterns to your cloud applicationsExplore ways to effectively plan resources and technology stacks for high security and fault toleranceGain insight into core architectural principles using real-world examplesBook Description

Delve into the second edition to master serverless proficiency and explore new chapters on security techniques, multi-regional deployment, and optimizing observability.Key FeaturesGain insights from a seasoned CTO on best practices for designing enterprise-grade software systemsDeepen your understanding of system reliability, maintainability, observability, and scalability with real-world examplesElevate your skills with software design pattern...

Learn to apply cloud-native patterns and practices to deliver responsive, resilient, elastic, and message-driven systems with confidenceKey FeaturesUnderstand the architectural patterns involved in cloud-native architecturesMinimize risk by evolving your monolithic applications into distributed cloud-native systemsDiscover best practices for applying cloud-native patterns to your enterprise-level cloud applicationsBook Description...

Remember the days when making friends seemed as simple as throwing the ball around with the kids in your neighborhood?Carefree summers spent riding bikes and selling lemonade are prized memories, all because the time was spent in the company of your best friends.If I Really Wanted to Be a Great Friend, is packed full of engaging insight and a healthy sense of humor. As you read, you'll remember how easy friendship can be . . . just like riding a bike.Once again, you...

"Soldiers and Sailors" is a captivating work that delves into the lives and experiences of military personnel and seafarers. The narrative is enriched by Old Humphrey's insightful commentary, which adds depth to the portrayal of these brave individuals. The illustrations by John Gilbert complement the text beautifully, bringing to life the various scenes of adventure and valor. This book serves as a tribute to the courage and dedication of those who serve in the armed forces and on the hig...

The fascinating story of a British army chaplain's buggery trial in 1774 reveals surprising truths about early America.On the eve of the American Revolution, the British army considered the case of a chaplain, Robert Newburgh, who had been accused of having sex with a man. Newburgh's enemies cited his flamboyant appearance, defiance of military authority, and seduction of soldiers as proof of his low character. Consumed by fears that the British Empire would soon b...

When Americans declared independence in 1776, they cited King George III "for quartering large bodies of armed troops among us." In Quarters, John Gilbert McCurdy explores the social and political history behind the charge, offering an authoritative account of the housing of British soldiers in America. Providing new interpretations and analysis of the Quartering Act of 1765, McCurdy sheds light on a misunderstood aspect of the American Revolution.Quar...

Solomon Hawke is the son of a wealthy landowner who is a strong supporter of Charles 1. In 1643 at the start of the civil war in England, Solomon is sent north from Oxford to escape a deadly rival and his adventures include fighting for a Scottish nobleman and a Barbary Corsair. The story follows his efforts to survive fighting on the losing side and at the same time trying to rescue his family from the wrath of Cromwell. Solomon is a strong, well educated, if rather nave young man when he...